Tamarind Water

"I know of tamarind soda, but not water. This is basically tamarind tea."
 
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Ready In:
1hr 30mins
Ingredients:
3
Yields:
2 1/2 quarts
Serves:
4-6
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ingredients

  • 1 12 lbs dried tamarind pods or 1 lb tamarind pulp with seeds
  • 1 gallon water
  • 1 cup sugar
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directions

  • Remove and discard the hard outer pods of the dried tamarind. Combine the dried tamarind or the prepared pulp with the water and bring to a boil. Cook over medium heat about 30 minutes, or until the flesh is very soft, occasionally stirring and mashing with a whisk to break up the flesh and separate the seeds.
  • Strain and discard the solids. Cool to room temperature and chill. Serve in tall glasses with plenty of ice.

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<p>I am a trained chef, but my career has taken a back seat to my family and my sanity. I do work part time as a pastry chef/prep cook/expo at a small restaurant. It's really nice to work part time and do something I love.</p> <p>I have a&nbsp;five year old son, a newborn baby girl (as of 2013)&nbsp;and have been married for&nbsp;8 years. <br /><br /><br /></p>
 
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